Do you know that one of the most vulnerable parts of a house is the roof? This is why if you reside in an area where storms are regular occurrences, storm-proofing your roof should be a priority. If your roof is not stormproof, then a storm will be able to damage it and leave the rest of your house vulnerable.

The first step to storm-proofing your roof is to look for common roof problems. The first thing that you need to check is the presence of rust. When you see rust especially in the connections then that means that that part is weak. Strong winds can easily take down a rusted connection.

You should also check for loose fittings and bolts. These are the parts that attach your roof to the rest of your house. So if these parts are loose, then there’s a good chance that your roof will fly away when strong winds strike. When you lose bolts and fittings tighten or replace them immediately.

Rotten wood should be another cause for concern. Wood can rot over time especially if it gets wet often. Rotten wood and is susceptible to being taken apart by strong winds. When you see rotten wood, take care of it right away.

You should also be on the lookout for termites, which can also spell bad news for your roof. If termites are not detected early it can cause major damage.

After checking your roof for problems the next step is doing something about the weaknesses that you have discovered. You can either fix the problems yourself or you can call a professional. Many people think that they save money through DIY measures. But the truth is, calling a professional can be more cost-effective.

A professional knows what he is doing and can provide lasting solutions to your roof problems that can save you money in the long run. You also need to keep in mind that the longer you put off storm-proofing your roof, the more money you could lose.

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​Certified Roofing is a Brisbane based roofing company that serves the Brisbane and Gold Coast area. We specialise in commercial and residential roofing and insurance repairs. If you are in need of a new roof or are looking to get an existing roof fixed up, we will be happy to help. Just call us for a free, no obligation quote. We are happy to take on all parts of roofing, including work on gutters and fascias, downpipes, asbestos removal and other common roofing tasks. Our team has more than 25 years of experience with steel roofing, and we are proud of our reputation for quality and for great customer service.

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No job is too complex or too big for our CM3 qualified, defence co-compliant roofing experts. We are holders of the Brisbane Airport Corporation ASIC card and we are also registered with the Department of Education and Building Asset Services so we can work with them as maintenance contractors.

We are the only roofing company that Bluescope Lysaght recognizes as a leader in the metal roofing business, and we are a partner of theirs. We are also recommended by Colorbond Steel. We offer high quality service and all the work that we do is backed by a ten-year warranty. We use only the best materials, that are designed to be able to cope with the Queensland climate, and we know that every single repair job we do is being carried out with precision and care. Our job is more than just to install roofs. We are proud of the work we do within the community, engaging with churches, community groups and local charities. We always try to give back so that we can offer you the best possible work and support the community at the same time.

Give us a call on (07) 383 6888 if you are interested in Colorbond metal roofing, reroofing, guttering or roofing installation. We would be happy to offer a no obligation quote.